Tailscale is making safe connection effortless by delivering software that makes it easy to securely interconnect people and their devices, no matter where they are. From hobbyists to multinational corporations, teams of every size use Tailscale each day to protect their networks, share access to internal tools, and more. We're building a future for the Internet that's easy, sensible, and safe, like it used to be.

We’re looking for an organized, thoughtful, and highly collaborative Talent Acquisition Coordinator to help deliver an exceptional recruiting experience at Tailscale. This is initially a 6 month contract position with the potential to extend and/or convert to a full-time role based on business needs and performance. Reporting initially to the Director of Talent Acquisition, you’ll partner with Talent Acquisition Partners, Sourcers, hiring managers, interview teams, and candidates to keep recruiting processes running smoothly and efficiently.

Over time, this role is expected to align under our Talent Acquisition Operations & Programs function as that team evolves. You’ll help create a consistent, high-quality candidate and hiring team experience while identifying opportunities to improve processes and help Talent Acquisition scale effectively. Coordinate the Recruiting Process Coordinate phone screens, assessments, panel interviews, and other interview stages across candidates, interviewers, and time zones.

Serve as a key point of contact, providing candidates with clear, timely communication and support. Partner with Talent Acquisition Partners to keep candidates informed and engaged throughout the process. Partner with Talent Acquisition & Hiring Teams Build strong working relationships with Talent Acquisition Partners, Sourcers, hiring managers, interview teams, and cross-functional partners.

Support Recruiting Operations

Maintain accurate recruiting data, candidate records, interview plans, workflows,



and documentation across our recruiting systems. Partner with Talent Acquisition Operations on process improvements, reporting, documentation, tools, and automation. Support the adoption of recruiting technology and AI-enabled tools that improve efficiency and team effectiveness.

Contribute to TA Programs & Projects Support Talent Acquisition programs and projects that improve candidate experience, recruiting effectiveness, and team scalability. Maintain recruiting resources, templates, documentation, and team knowledge. Contribute to employer brand, referrals, recruiting events, and other talent initiatives as business needs evolve.

Experience in recruiting coordination, Talent Acquisition, People Operations, or a similarly rapid-paced and highly organized environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a thoughtful and professional approach to candidates, hiring teams, and senior leaders.

Experience with recruiting systems and collaboration tools such as Greenhouse, ModernLoop, Google Workspace, and Slack, with curiosity about automation and AI-enabled recruiting tools.

Experience supporting recruiting in a high-growth or globally distributed technology company.

Experience coordinating complex technical, GTM, or executive interview processes.

Experience identifying and implementing improvements to recruiting workflows or coordination processes. Comfort using data, automation, or AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and reduce manual work.

Note: this is a contract position and is not eligible for the full-time,



exempt benefits listed below. CAN Pay Range $53—$60 CAD We encourage you to help us break that statistic! An inclusive, flexible environment where you can be your authentic self.

This includes a base salary, an equity incentive plan and variable commission (for quota-based roles). Take advantage of coverage for health, vision, dental, and more for you and your family! Remote first company —most of our teams work fully remotely.

Enjoy a change of scenery wherever you can get wifi, participate in virtual and in-person social events, and leverage our corporate co-working program to visit WeWork (or other similar spaces near you). Some roles require in-office collaboration depending on team needs, which will be clearly noted in the . Employer-funded retirement contributions.

Tailscale will match your retirement contributions dollar-for-dollar, up to a maximum annual employer contribution equal to 0.75% of your eligible compensation. Attend our annual company retreat, participate in team off-sites, and collaborate in person with teammates across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Singapore. We support intentional in-person connection through team travel and distributed collaboration.

Support for your personal and professional development. Our flexible, paid time off program supports you for any situation life throws your way, whether moving homes or travelling the world! A build-your-own home office setup.

Paid parental leave program . We care about your life outside of work and encourage new parents to take advantage of parental leave top-ups (20 weeks for birthing parents, 16 weeks for non-birthing parents). If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process or related to any aspect of this role, please contact your recruiter.

Our hiring process uses AI-assisted tools to help screen and assess candidates.

📌 Intern - Talent Acquisition Sourcer (Ottawa)
🏢 Tailscale
📍 Ottawa